Michael Bolstad
Engineering Manager
Long Beach,United States
Summary
Collaborative leader dedicated to fostering an engaged and empowering work culture. Proven track record in building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, effectively managing multi-disciplinary teams, and driving continuous improvement in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Electrical Interiors Manager
Boeing
04.2023 - Current
- Lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team of 24 direct reports, one of the largest and most complex teams at the Long Beach site, accountable for an additional ~20 global engineers from India, Brazil, Poland, and Ukraine.
- Achieved top-tier results in Boeing’s culture survey, highlighting exceptional leadership effectiveness, employee engagement, and team satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented an innovative Responsibility, Accountability, and Authority (RAA) framework, clearly defining roles, fostering greater accountability, ownership, and proactive initiatives within the team.
- Championed strategic global work placement initiatives, significantly enhancing international coordination, capacity planning, and engineering quality through consolidated project ownership.
- Directly involved in the management of qualification and certification processes for innovative products such as the Starlink connectivity system and Project Caboose, coordinating complex FAA and EASA certification requirements with Boeing’s Ireland CVE team.
- Initiated rigorous tracking of task throughput, budgeting accuracy, and on-time delivery metrics, resulting in measurable improvements in team performance and productivity.
- Provided personalized mentorship and career development, aligning team assignments strategically with individual growth objectives.
Seat Electrical & Component Qual Team Lead
Boeing
06.2018 - 03.2023
- Managed comprehensive electrical system designs, leading projects from inception to delivery.
- Acted as primary Boeing representative for customer/supplier meetings (PDR, CDR, FAI, MOC7).
- Fostered strong relationships within the E-UM community, employing analytical skills for effective problem-solving and decision-making.
- Participated in Boeing’s year-long leadership development course, enhancing leadership capabilities through coaching, organizational culture, and change management.
- Conducted training sessions in Long Beach, strengthening team proficiency in compliance report generation for Seats & Component Qualification.
Electrical Engineer | Wire Installation
Boeing
10.2015 - 06.2018
- Developed innovative wire routing designs utilizing Catia, collaborating closely with cross-functional Boeing teams.
- Supported various electrical disciplines (Wire Design, Installation, Equipment Installation) and interfaced with Cabin Systems, Payloads, Avionics, and Connectivity teams.
- Led key initiatives such as automated PSU generation tools and QMAP change board processes, improving operational efficiency and product quality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
California Polytechnic University Pomona
09.2010 - 06.2015
Skills
Technical & Engineering Skills:
FAA & EASA Certification Processes
Cross-Functional Engineering Leadership
Strategic Decision Making
Leadership & Business Skills:Strategic Business Development
Multi-site & International Leadership
Stakeholder Collaboration & Influence
Mentorship & Career Development
Inclusive & Collaborative Leadership
Customer Relationship Management
Operational & Analytical Skills:Lean & Continuous Improvement
Performance Metrics & Analytics
Complex Problem-Solving
Resource Allocation & Capacity Planning
Timeline
Electrical Interiors Manager
Boeing
04.2023 - Current
Seat Electrical & Component Qual Team Lead
Boeing
06.2018 - 03.2023
Electrical Engineer | Wire Installation
Boeing
10.2015 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
California Polytechnic University Pomona
09.2010 - 06.2015
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